Bright Red Fly Agaric with Verdant Spots
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The fly agaric—*Amanita muscaria*—is nature's most iconic toadstool, recognized worldwide by its brilliant scarlet cap speckled with white (though this pattern shows the red cap with pale spots beautifully rendered in thread). Despite its poisonous reputation, it holds deep cultural significance across northern Europe and Siberia, where it appears in folklore, shamanic traditions, and Christmas imagery. The distinctive spotted appearance makes it instantly identifiable and endlessly appealing to artists, illustrators, and cross-stitch designers seeking a subject that's simultaneously recognizable, colorful, and steeped in woodland mystery.
- Stitch count: 87 x 97
- 19 colors in the palette
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87 x 97 stitches 19 colors
Pattern description
This classic toadstool makes an eye-catching 87×87 stitch counted cross-stitch project with an intermediate skill challenge. The palette of 19 DMC thread colors creates vivid contrast—scarlet and coral caps against soft sage-green stems and earthy moss at the base. The pixelated texture suits Aida fabric perfectly, transforming the iconic mushroom silhouette into a meditative needlework study of natural form and color harmony.
Stitchers will appreciate the balance of visual impact and achievable complexity: solid color blocking in the red caps keeps progress steady, while subtle shading variations in the green stem add depth without overwhelming detail work. The finished piece doubles as charming natural-history décor for a cottage, kitchen, or nature-lover's study, or works beautifully as a framed gift celebrating fungi or woodland aesthetics.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 87 x 97 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.2 x 6.9 inches or 158 x 176 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.1 x 12.8 inches or 308 x 326 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
